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Agree Realty
Director, Internal Audit
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What they do
An Internal Audit Manager manages the process of examining records to determine the financial status of a company or organization. Inspects accounts and account books, prepares reports on the accuracy of internal financial records and accounting procedures. May supervise accountants and bookkeepers during the auditing process. Specializes in internal audits of companies for report to the Board of Directors or other similar oversight body of the organization.
$138,451 / year median in Michigan
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Director, Internal Audit
The Director of Internal Audit leads the organization's internal audit function, develops and executes a risk-based audit plan to evaluate and strengthen internal controls, operational effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. This role partners closely with the Audit Committee, senior management, and external auditors and plays a key role in assessing internal control over financial reporting, the IT control environment, and enterprise risk management processes. This is a fully on-site position based in our Royal Oak, MI office.
What you will do:
- Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company's strategic objectives and enterprise risk assessment
- Ownership of the SOX compliance program, including scoping, documentation, testing, and coordination with external auditors
- Review key business processes across accounting, treasury, acquisitions, development, lease administration, and other corporate functions, as appropriate
- Communicate audit findings, control deficiencies, and remediation progress to senior leadership and the Audit Committee through written reports and presentations
- Monitor emerging risks and evolving business priorities to adjust audit coverage and focus accordingly
- Coordinate with external auditors to promote efficient reliance and minimize duplication of efforts
- Drive continuous improvement in the audit function through analytics, automation, and leading practices
- Support special projects, investigations, and strategic initiatives as requested by the Audit Committee or senior leadership
- Evaluate the IT General Controls and application controls, partnering with IT leadership to strengthen control design and effectiveness Who you are:
- 7+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related roles required
- CPA required; public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Experience leading or supporting SOX compliance programs, including a strong understanding of the COSO framework
- Familiarity with IT General Controls and application controls preferred
- Experience interacting with senior leadership, external auditors, and audit committees preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Clear, logical, and persuasive writing skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively across functions
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive matters with professionalism Why Agree Realty?
NYSE:
ADC) is a high-growth Real Estate Investment Trust based in Royal Oak, MI. We are primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading, omni-channel retail tenants. As of March 31, 2026, the Company owned and operated a portfolio of 2,756 properties, located across all 50 states and containing approximately 57 million square feet of gross leasable area. We offer our team members generous compensation and benefits packages that include:- 100% company-paid monthly health insurance premiums for team members and dependents
- 100% company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance premiums for team members
- Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
- 3 company-provided lunches per week
- Onsite fully equipped gym and locker rooms
- Opportunity to volunteer at a charity of your choosing with our Agree Gives Back program Our team feels at home working in our brand new, modern office building furnished with a generously stocked café, state-of-the-art auditorium, coffee bar, and open-area collaboration workspaces.